Franklin Heights Nursing and Rehab Center

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Franklin Heights Nursing and Rehab Center

223 S Resler Dr, El Paso, TX 79912 View Map
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Overview of Franklin Heights Nursing and Rehab Center

Franklin Heights, located in El Paso, TX, is a skilled nursing home and rehabilitation center offering excellent skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to its residents. This includes 24/7 skilled nursing care, assistance with daily living activities, medication management, respite care, wound care, and pain management.
Additionally they also provide their residents with nutritional services by preparing meals with consideration to their bodies’ needs and restrictions. Laundry and housekeeping services are also provided during their stay, providing the residents with a clean environment, safe from  diseases.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Texas average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Texas average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
Texas average: 2.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Texas average: 3.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 29m per day

This home provides 4% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

Texas average: 3h 38m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 11m per day 26m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 57m per day 57m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 45m per day 2h 1m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 24m per day 2h 59m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 3m per day 4m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 14m per day 21m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 132

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Texas average
Occupancy rate 68.2%
Residents per day (avg) 95
Occupancy rate
68.2%
Residents per day (avg)
95

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Might be optimal for
Long-term residence Daily assistance Occasional rehab needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 months

Private pay

71% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental home
Facility District
Home revenue
$9.8M
Surplus of revenue
$1.6M
Governmental home Facility District
Home revenue
$9,827,171.00
Surplus of revenue
$1,633,896.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.1M
41.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.1M
Total costs $8.2M
Bed community size
132-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
52 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 51 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Services

MEDICARE/MEDICAID

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Nursing
License Date
January 4, 2025
License Expiration
January 4, 2028

Additional licensing details

License number: 308573
Year opened: 11/1/1973
CMS Certification Number: 675479
County: EL PASO

Ownership & operating entity

Franklin Heights Nursing and Rehab Center is administrated by FABIANA LOZANO.

Management company: EL PASO I ENTERPRISES, LLC
Owner: WEST WHARTON COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
Ownership type: HOSPITAL DISTRICT/AUTHORITY

Type Of Units

Medicare
11 units
Medicaid and Medicare
121 units
Total beds
132 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Rocky Ruela, Administrator
Administrator email: [email protected]

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Wound Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Surgery Recovery, Stroke and Neurological Conditions, Cardiac Related Illnesses, Diabetes Management, Podiatry, Dentistry, Optometry, Hospice, Transportation Services, Medication Management, Nutritional Services, Beauty & Barber Services, Laundry & Housekeeping, Religious Services, Engaging Activities
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals prepared for residents daily.
Meals Included
Yes
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Address 6.3 miles from city center — 5.24 miles to nearest hospital (The Hospitals of Providence Children's Hospital)

Address 223 S Resler Dr, El Paso, TX 79912

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

111
Total Staff
109
Employees
2
Contractors
30,597
Total Hours (Quarter)
42
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse79.9 No
Licensed Practical Nurse248.6 No
Certified Nursing Assistant387.9 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
82 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
6.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.2%
of total hours from contractors
46 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant3803812,73191100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse240246,86091100%8.6
Medication Aide/Technician6062,73691100%8.9
RN Director of Nursing4042,0867279%9.5
Physical Therapy Aide6061,1067077%7.4
Registered Nurse7079336470%9.9
Mental Health Service Worker2025366571%8
Nurse Aide in Training3035345965%7.2
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician2025186774%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2025016167%8
Dietitian1014325459%8
Speech Language Pathologist6062534246%5.3
Qualified Social Worker3031715459%3
Physical Therapy Assistant3031154347%2.7
Occupational Therapy Aide011401011%4
Medical Director011633%2

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 12

Texas average 7.4


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 72
Citations per inspection
6

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

26 of 72 citations resulted from standard inspections; 35 of 72 resulted from complaint investigations; and 11 of 72 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 5
150% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.4

5 critical citations More info Texas average: 2

0 serious citations More info Texas average: 0.4

66 moderate citations More info Texas average: 23

1 minor citation More info Texas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental moderate citation Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy minor citation Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 24, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Partnership
Part of: Creative Solutions In Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
105 Total Residents
Medicare 7 (6.7%)
Medicaid 91 (86.7%)
Private Pay/Other 7 (6.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.2
39% better than Texas average

Texas average: 8.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 10.7
33% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.0

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
52% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 8.2%
49% better than Texas average

Texas average: 16.2%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 16.2%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 15.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.7%
45% worse than Texas average

Texas average: 3.2%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.5%
45% better than Texas average

Texas average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Texas average

Texas average: 0.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.0%
14% better than Texas average

Texas average: 3.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.3%
89% better than Texas average

Texas average: 2.9%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 6.9%
13% better than Texas average

Texas average: 7.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Texas average

Texas average: 97.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
11% better than Texas average

Texas average: 90.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.0%
33% better than Texas average

Texas average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
14% better than Texas average

Texas average: 88.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $197K
145% higher than Texas average

Texas average: $80K

Number of fines 3
21% more fines than Texas average

Texas average: 2.5

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
354% more payment denials than Texas average

Texas average: 0.2

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $197K
Texas average $80K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 22, 2024
$24K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 22, 2024
$167K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jan 22, 2024
33 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 21, 2023
$5K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled, Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Large state; rural access challenges.

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+, Texas resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+, TX resident; no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TX resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Texas Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Age 60+ prioritized, TX resident, low-income.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Priority for elderly/disabled; covers gas, electric, propane.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed.

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Texas SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TX resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TX resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+, TX resident, homeowner (homestead).

None; tax-based eligibility.

Not assessed.

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+, TX resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

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